The dietician and teacher Arianna Rossoni reveals the false myths related to slow metabolism, diet and weight loss. Here is the truth explained.
Many people wonder why they gain weight, often blaming it on a slow metabolism. However, dietitian Arianna Rossoni explains that metabolism is a set of anabolic and catabolic reactions in the body, referring to your body’s ability to burn calories or not.
Metabolism thus understood depends on three factors. The first is the basal metabolic rate, which represents the caloric quota necessary for the organs to function. There time, or the caloric expenditure of digestion. In the end physical activity, which represents the variable portion depending on the person’s lifestyle. Having established this, it should be emphasized that – as Dr. Rossoni also reiterates – metabolism derives from these three factors and not only from the basal metabolic rate, as many think.
Who says metabolism can’t be changed? It is also true that many think it is so, but – according to Dr. Rossoni – it is not so at all. According to what we learn from her words, in fact, it would seem that metabolism can change over the years, depending on the importance one gives to physical activity, the only one capable of burning more calories.
Once the question that metabolism can change has been established, it is good to know all those ‘rumors’ that revolve around this topic, which perhaps not everyone knows:
- Despite what one might think, the slow metabolism does not exist, but it can be strongly influenced by genetic factors or bad habits. The strategy to reverse this trend is to increase physical activity and muscle building through structured and sustainable training over time;
- The idea that there is a fast metabolism is also false. A person used to playing sports will have a higher metabolism and will be able to eat more than a sedentary person, but this does not mean that he can eat what he wants;
- Many believe that metabolism decreases with age: is this true? According to the expert, absolutely yes! Over time, in fact, there is a reduction in the amount of muscle mass present in the body. Obviously, it must be considered that such a discourse is not universally valid, but must be evaluated on the basis of each person;
- Contrary to popular belief, Skipping breakfast doesn’t lower your metabolism. If you don’t eat at breakfast, you could have a greater fame during the day, not affecting the efficiency of the metabolism;
- In the end Eating frequently can help avoid hunger pangs, but it’s not a universal solution to speed up your metabolism. To lose weight, you need to create a calorie deficit. While, to increase metabolism, attention must be paid to lifestyle, sport and body composition. The only way to improve metabolism is eat properly and exercise consistently following the right schedule.